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1986 Montego project boat needs a 5.7L 260hp

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Robby Robb Lewis
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Vessel Info: 1986 26 ft Montego
Location: Norfolk, VA

1986 Montego project boat needs a 5.7L 260hp

Postby Robby Robb Lewis » July 15th, 2020, 12:46 am

Hey guys and gals!
Have any of you replaced a motor? If so, any specific place or suggestions on where to buy one? I would love a drop in.
1986 26' Montego :captain: Robby Robb

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Vessel Info: Carver 3227 Sedan Convertible
1986 - 260 Mercruisers - Kohler 5E
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Re: 1986 Montego project boat needs a 5.7L 260hp

Postby SplashyLady » July 15th, 2020, 10:34 am

Several companies offer "drop in" engines that are complete and ready to run. Michigan Motors is one example:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/5-7L-MerCruise ... SwnDZUKr5f
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Topic author United States of America
Robby Robb Lewis
Scurvy Dog
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Posts: 18
Joined: February 25th, 2020, 10:53 pm
Vessel Info: 1986 26 ft Montego
Location: Norfolk, VA

Re: 1986 Montego project boat needs a 5.7L 260hp

Postby Robby Robb Lewis » July 15th, 2020, 11:30 am

Great info! Thx
1986 26' Montego :captain: Robby Robb

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